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Can fractional CO2 laser actually cause hypopigmentation?

Anya19903
I’m asking because I’m reading very conflicting opinions online. Some say it’s a very rare risk while others claim it does not ever happen. I found only one article on Google Scholar stating it as a side effect but was completely reversible. I already had one procedure but I’m scheduled to have five more and I’m concerned.

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